Westfield MKX130 Series, Assembly & Operation

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W
ESTFIELD
- G
RAIN
A
UGERS
7. M
AINTENANCE AND
S
TORAGE
MKX130-84/94/114
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7.3.2. H
YDRAULIC
H
OSE AND
C
OUPLER
I
NSPECTION
Using a piece of cardboard or wood, run it along the length of the hose and
around all fittings. Replace the hose or tighten/replace the fitting if a leak is
found.
7.3.3. M
ACHINE
G
REASING
Important: Most original equipment bearings used are sealed units that do not accept
grease.
There are 13 grease fittings on the machine (shown in Figure 7.2 and
Figure 7.1):
• 5 on the PTO (Figure 7.1)
• 6 on the intake hopper, u-joints and bearings (Figure 7.2)
• 1 at the upper flighting bearing (Figure 7.3)
• 1 at the u-joint between gearboxes (Figure 7.4)
• 1 at the lower flighting bearing (Figure 7.4)
WARNING
High-pressure hydraulic fluid!
Escaping oil under pressure can penetrate
the skin and cause serious injury.
• Relieve pressure on system before repair-
ing, adjusting, or disconnecting.
• Keep connections tight and components
in good repair.
• Use a piece of wood or cardboard when
searching for leaks. DO NOT use your
hand.
• Seek medical attention immediately if
ANY hydraulic fluid penetrates your skin.
NOTICE
Replacement hose and hose ends must have a minimum
strength of 2500 psi (17200 kPa) working pressure.